FHWAFinal Rule
Rescinding Regulations Regarding Management Systems Pertaining to the Fish and Wildlife Service and the Refuge Roads Program
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Summary
The Federal Highway Administration is canceling previous rules that set up management systems for how the Fish and Wildlife Service handles refuge roads. This change simplifies the regulatory requirements for managing roads on wildlife refuges across the country.
Key Points
- 1The regulation removes old management system rules that were created to oversee refuge roads operated by the Fish and Wildlife Service
- 2This affects how wildlife refuges manage and maintain the roads that allow public access to protected lands and natural areas
- 3The change reduces bureaucratic requirements and may streamline decision-making for refuge managers
- 4Everyday people who visit national wildlife refuges may see changes in how those refuges operate and maintain their road systems
- 5This is a deregulatory action that eliminates previous rules rather than creating new restrictions
Key Dates
Published
September 19, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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